First Aid Appointed Person Training in brief: First Aid Appointed Person Training is an online CPD accredited course from ProCompliance covering the difference between an appointed person and a first aider. It takes approx. 15 minutes across 2 sections. A 20 question test follows, so learners have their certificate as soon as they pass.
Why this training matters
Not every workplace needs a qualified first aider, but every workplace needs someone responsible for first aid arrangements.
First Aid Appointed Person explains what first aid is and the role of the appointed person under the First-Aid Regulations 1981. It then covers the common types of injury and illness at work. It is for all employees, so anyone can take charge until help arrives.
First Aid Appointed Person Training at a glance
| Course | First Aid Appointed Person |
|---|---|
| Category | Health & Safety |
| Accreditation | CPD accredited |
| Governing framework | Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 Read the official text |
| Price | Quoted for your team: credits, this course on its own, or 12 months of access to all our courses. Request a quote |
| Delivery | Online and self paced on any device, via The Globe LMS |
| Certificate | PDF issued immediately on completion, with your logo on it |
| Provider | ProCompliance Services Ltd, United Kingdom |
The duty behind this course. Every employer already owes it under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 at Section 2(2)(c), which names training in the general duty itself. Read the wording. This course sits under Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981; read the official text.680,000 working people sustained an injury at work in Great Britain, 2024/25. HSE, all industries. See the full figures.
What first aid law asks of employers
The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 require every employer to provide adequate and appropriate first aid equipment, facilities and people. Employees then get immediate help if they get hurt or fall ill at work.
What employers have to do
- Assess their first aid needs, looking at the work, its hazards and the number of people on site.
- Provide a suitably stocked first aid kit.
- Appoint a person to take charge of first aid arrangements, as a minimum.
- Provide trained first aiders where the needs assessment calls for them.
- Tell staff what the arrangements are, including where the kit is and who to contact.
What an appointed person does
An appointed person looks after the first aid kit and facilities, takes charge when someone falls ill or gets hurt, and calls the emergency services when needed. They are not a first aider, and should only give first aid they have trained for.
What you will be able to do
- Understand the role of a First Aid Appointed Person
- Know what to include in the first aid box and what not to include
- Know how to respond to an emergency where first aid is required
- Understand the basics of CPR for emergency use only when no trained first aider is present
What First Aid Appointed Person covers
First-aid explained
This section covers the role of an Appointed First-Aider, first aid kits, emergency procedures, what to do in the event of an emergency, and much more.
Types of injuries and illnesses
You will look at the common injuries and illnesses in the workplace.
Who should take First Aid Appointed Person Training
Anyone who will act as an appointed person, particularly in low-risk workplaces such as offices and shops, where a needs assessment often shows an appointed person is enough. It also suits deputies who cover holidays and absences.
Where this course fits
The sectors that use it most, as well as the standard it meets.
Common questions
How can my business get First Aid Appointed Person training for its staff?
Enrol them on ProCompliance's First Aid Appointed Person course. It runs online through The Globe LMS in approx. 15 minutes, and each learner gets a certificate as soon as they pass. It carries CPD accreditation, and it follows the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. You can also try it free first, or book a demo to see how assigning and tracking it works.
Is an appointed person a legal requirement?
Yes, as a minimum. HSE expects every employer to appoint a person to take charge of first aid arrangements, including the kit and calling the emergency services. A needs assessment decides whether you also need trained first aiders.
What is the difference between an appointed person and a first aider?
A first aider has completed a first aid at work course and can give first aid. An appointed person takes charge of the arrangements, looks after the kit and calls for help, and does not need first aid training.
Is First Aid Appointed Person Training accredited?
This course is CPD.
Which regulations does First Aid Appointed Person Training cover?
It follows Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
How long does First Aid Appointed Person Training take?
Approx. 15 minutes. It runs online at each person's own pace, so they can pause and resume it.
Is there a test at the end?
Yes, a 20 question test. Retakes are free, so we never charge anyone again for not passing first time.
Do learners get a certificate?
Yes. The Globe issues a certificate on completion, so you can download it as a PDF straight away. The Globe keeps it against the learner, so you can produce it later without asking them for it.
How much does First Aid Appointed Person Training cost?
We quote it for your team. Use credits, take this course on its own, or give your team 12 months of access to all our courses. Once we know what you need, we find the best value option for you.
